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Get a behind-the-scenes view of what it takes to succeed in the game industry with this unique guide written specifically for producers. This book serves as an ideal reference for students who want to acquire the knowledge and skills to succeed in this burgeoning industry, and in the future of entertainment. For veterans in the game industry, this book includes several valuable lessons that can help enhance their professional skills. Avoid the pitfalls behind some of the most common mistakes made in video game development. Get tips on how the financial aspects of a project govern a game producer's decisions. Learn what production techniques are used by top game developers. You'll even learn how to produce an excellent game soundtrack and will discover why the music is as important as the graphics. Excellence defines careers in the entertainment software industry. Use this one-of-a-kind guide to achieve that excellence.

Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. What Does a Video Game Producer Do?
3. Types/Specialties of a Video Game Producer
4. Can Producers Design Games Too? Isn't That the Fun Job?
5. Conveying the Winning Vision
6. Financial Impact
7. Excellence in Game Soundtracks
8. Using Sound Effects to Produce Excellent Results
9. Using Game Development Tools & Asset Management
10. Creating Allies in the Marketing Team
11. Quality Assurance and Why It's the Most Important Part of Producing a Video Game
12. Executive Management
13. Advanced Team Management
14. Conflict Resolution
15. Tools for Success
16. How to Be Successful When Faced With a Difficult Publisher
17. Common Mistakes: Things Not To Do
18. How to Negotiate A Good Deal
19. How to Find Good Video Game Products
20. Producer Job Descriptions and Qualifications